Justin, whether intentional or not, had struck a nerve with Jasper. Yet, Justin was his older brother, someone Jasper deeply respected. Jasper could only restrain himself.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"But right now, Jasper and Ms. Alyssa are separated. Since he no longer wants her, I want her. Grandpa, you'll support me, won't you?" A slight smile appeared on Justin's lips as a strip of apple peel fell to the floor. "I know you've always been fond of Ms. Alyssa and wanted her to marry into our family. If she and Jasper aren't meant to be, then I'll be the one to marry her. That way, your wish will still be fulfilled, right?" Despite Justin's calm, graceful demeanor, he radiated an unspoken intensity. Jasper held his breath, his frown deepening.
Newton braced himself, struggling to keep his composure. He attempted to sit up but lacked the strength. With a strained breath, he murmured, "Justin, it's not that I have anything against you or that I don't support you and Alyssa. It's just that I understand Alyssa deeply.
"Jasper holds a place in her heart, and he'll be the only one she loves for the rest of her life. She won't be able to accept anyone else.
"Alyssa is a stubborn woman. She's unyielding. If you were to push her... I'm afraid things won't end well for either of you." "Nothing is impossible for someone determined. I'll treat her sincerely. She will accepteventually." Although Justin's smile reached his eyes, a chilling coldness still emanated from him-it was so cold that even those around him could feel it. "After all, patience is one of my virtues. I just want your approval, Grandpa. You won't stand in my way, will you?" Newton's face twitched slightly as he struggled to maintain composure, uncertain how to respond.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmJasper's vision blurred as he leaned against the wall for support, staggering to the basement parking lot. He was panting heavily. "Mr. Beckett! What happened to you?" Xavier rushed to assist Jasper as he swayed unsteadily.
"The pills..." Xavier was stunned. "What did you say?" Jasper's body trembled as he reached into his suit pocket and pulled out a bag of blue pills.
Recognizing them as those Sheryl had given him, Xavier tried to snatch them away, but Jasper was already desperate. He tipped the pills into his mouth, swallowing them all at once.
"Mr. Beckett! How could you take the pills from that woman? She works for Mr. Justin. She can't be trusted! What if it's poison?" "Xavier... I can't take it anymore..." Jasper uttered, leaning on Xavier. His face was pale, glistening with sweat. "I don't know if it's a side effect of Jameson's pills, but the only relief I get is from these pills Sheryl gave me." Content belongs to en.kikistoriesXavier's heart sank, a sense of dread building within him. He had a feeling something bad was about to happen.
With Xavier's help, Jasper got into the car. Then, they drove off.
As their taillights faded into the night, Sheryl emerged from behind a pillar, lifting her phone with a smirk. She put it to her ear. "Mr. Justin, “ Jasperis now addicted. He can't stay away from Crystal Ice now. Content belongs to en.kikistoriesswn "It took him long enough to give in. My brother is far more strong-willed than I'd imagined," Justin replied. He sounded menacingly evil. "But I've always relished a challenge, whether it's with him or with Ms. Alyssa." Content belongs to en.kikistoriesBUMS Sheryl's voice turned cold. "Do you plan on taking action soon?" "Project A5 will be our opportunity. We'll wait for the right moment." Three days later, Alyssa had just finished a meeting at KS Group when Sean approached her. "Ms. Alyssa, I've found the address of Mildred's mother." With a dim look in Alyssa's eyes, she instructed, "Get the car. We're going there now."